The combination of some freezing conditions and snowfall could lead to some slippery roads and a rough drive for morning commuters. While locations are expected to see some minor snow accumulation, others might see higher amounts beyond 2 inches, meteorologists said.

When temperatures dip to freezing or below, the mixing of a chilly rain and snow on the warmer roadways creates the conditions necessary for black ice, meteorologist Walt Felver said.

Such was reported north of Grand Rapids early Wednesday morning, especially near the Cadillac and Gaylord locations. Some early flakes were reported, too, in Grandville, Ada and other West Michigan locations Wednesday afternoon, Felver said.

"Now's the time to start thinking about that stuff and pulling yourself out of summer mode and getting ready for winter," he said.

Dry conditions are expected to return in time for the weekend, with temperatures as high as the mid 50s for next week.

Andrew Krietz covers breaking and general police/fire news for MLive | The Grand Rapids Press. Email him at akrietz@mlive.com or follow him on Twitter.